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Cookie Policy

Understanding how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website.

Last updated: December 15, 2024
8 min read
Contents
  • What Are Cookies
  • How We Use Cookies
  • Types of Cookies
  • Cookies We Use
  • Third-Party Cookies
  • Managing Cookies
  • Similar Technologies
  • Policy Updates

1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

  • Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

Cookies can also be "first-party" (set by us) or "third-party" (set by other companies whose services we use on our website).

2 How We Use Cookies

AfriGulf Recruitment uses cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:

  • Essential Operations: To enable core website functionality, including page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions
  • Authentication: To keep you logged in during your session and recognize you when you return
  • Preferences: To remember your settings and choices (such as language or location preferences)
  • Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and identify areas for improvement
  • Performance: To ensure our website loads quickly and functions properly
  • Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness (with your consent)

3 Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.

Note: Essential cookies do not require consent under most data protection laws, as they are strictly necessary for the website to operate.

3.2 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, recognizing when you return to our site, and providing a more personalized experience. If you disable these cookies, some features may not work properly.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

3.4 Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They help us and our advertising partners deliver more relevant ads. These cookies are only set with your explicit consent.

4 Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed list of the cookies we use on our website:

4.1 Essential Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
session_id Maintains your session state across page requests Session Essential
csrf_token Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks Session Essential
auth_token Keeps you logged in to your account 30 days Essential
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year Essential

4.2 Functional Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
user_preferences Remembers your site preferences (theme, language) 1 year Functional
recent_searches Stores your recent job searches for quick access 30 days Functional
saved_jobs Remembers jobs you've saved to view later 90 days Functional

4.3 Analytics Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users 2 years Analytics
_ga_* Google Analytics 4 - maintains session state 2 years Analytics
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours Analytics

4.4 Marketing Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks visits for advertising 3 months Marketing
li_sugr LinkedIn Insight Tag - tracks conversions 3 months Marketing

5 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and generates reports on website trends. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

5.2 Social Media Platforms

We may include social media sharing buttons and embedded content from platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. These platforms may set cookies when you interact with their content on our site.

6 Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or customize your cookie preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block all cookies or third-party cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

6.4 Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of certain third-party cookies using these tools:

  • Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • General Opt-out: Visit Your Online Choices

Please Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Some features may not work properly if you block essential or functional cookies.

7 Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies:

7.1 Local Storage

Local storage allows websites to store data in your browser that persists even after you close the browser. We use local storage to save your preferences and improve performance.

7.2 Session Storage

Session storage is similar to local storage but is cleared when you close your browser tab or window. We use it for temporary data during your browsing session.

7.3 Web Beacons (Pixel Tags)

Web beacons are tiny graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that help us track whether you've viewed content or opened an email.

8 Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. When we make changes:

  • We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Material changes will be communicated via our website or email
  • We encourage you to review this policy periodically
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Cookie Preferences

We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. You can choose which types of cookies you want to allow.

Essential Cookies

Always Active

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions like logging in, filling forms, or setting privacy preferences.

Analytics Cookies

Optional

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our services.

Services: Google Analytics

Marketing Cookies

Optional

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They may be set by us or third-party providers.

Services: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads

Functional Cookies

Optional

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

Read our Cookie Policy for more information.